Dart Victim Advocate

Family Services Inc

Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
$25.93 ph; not specified; medical, dental, vision,...
On-site
Crisis counseling
Safety planning
Information and referrals
Family Services Inc. is seeking a DART Victim Advocate to support crime victims through crisis counseling, casework services, and advocacy, primarily in collaboration with local police departments. The position is full-time, requires a degree or equivalent experience in human services, and offers a comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

  • The DART Victim Advocate acts as the liaison to the police department, providing outreach and assistance to victims who have had police contact or wish to file a police report.
  • Responsibilities include crisis counseling, safety planning, advocacy, information and referrals, emergency financial assistance, and claims filing.
  • Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, and generous paid time off.

Matching Summary

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Family Services Inc. is seeking a DART Victim Advocate to support crime victims through crisis counseling, casework services, and advocacy, primarily in collaboration with local police departments. The position is full-time, requires a degree or equivalent experience in human services, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary

$25.93 per hour; Not specified; Medical, dental, vision, 403(b), PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Crisis counseling
  • Safety planning
  • Information and referrals
  • Emergency financial assistance
  • Claims filing
  • Community outreach presentations

Nice-to-have

  • Compassion and integrity
  • Hope and diversity
  • Respect and community
  • Justice and quality

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in human services
  • 3-5 years relative work experience
  • NYS DOH Rape Crisis Counselor certification
  • Mandated reporter training
  • Ability to travel to various work locations
  • Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel)

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States without work sponsorship

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